| How do I use bulk mail service? | If you meet the minimum requirements you can visit the bulk mail counter at the General Post Office. |
| What is the requirement for using the bulk mail service? | You must have 100 or more letters. |
| In using bulk mail do I have to use Postal stamps? | No. the stamp is placed on via a bulk meter machine. |
| How can I receive mails on a temporary basis while visiting the Bahamas? | You can use the General Delivery counter at any Post Office in your area. |
| How Long does International High Speed (EMS) take to reach its destination? | USA 3 – 5 days
U.K 5 – 7 days
All others please inquire at EMS counter (GPO) |
| Can I Track a package sent Express Mail service? | Yes |
| How long does it take for mails to leave the Bahamas? | Mails are dispatched to international destination twice daily. |
| How long does it take a regular mail to arrive at the destination? | Delivery time fluctuate for different destinations. |
| How do I open a savings account? | Present yourself at the bank in Nassau/Family island with the adequate identification, complete a first deposit form# (BH 221A). You will then be given a pass book which should be used in all transactions. |
| What is the minimum deposit required? | $3.00 |
| Can I have a joint account? | Yes |
| Where can I purchase stamps for collection? | At the Bahamas Philatelic Bureau |
| How can I open a standing order account to receive Philatelic materials? | complete a standing order appliction an bring in or mail to the Bahamas Philatelic Bureau along with a deposit of $25.00 US dollars. For more informatin contact the BAHAMASPHILATELIC@bahamas.gov.bs. |
| How do I send a mail by registered post? | Present mail to the counter clerk and pay cost for registered mail service. You should be given a register receipt. |
| Who can rent a Post Office Box ? | Any person living in the Bahamas can make application to rent a private post box. |
| What is the rental fee? | Currently, per annum large boxes $80.00 / Medium boxes $50.00 and small boxes $30.00. |
| Can someone who is not listed as a renter obtain mails from my private box? | No, the person must have documentation form the renter and a proper ID, or is granted permission by the Postmaster General. |
| If a mail is in my box but does not belong to me what should I do with it? | Any mails appearing in your box which does not belong to you or persons given the permission to use your box number should be dropped in the mis-sorted box located at all post offices. |
| Can I Exchange stamp coupon for cash? | No |